Postgraduate certificate Decentralized Finance

If you are looking for an opportunity to get qualified in decentralized finance, TECH brings you a disruptive and high-level university program. This educational journey covers everything from fundamental concepts to the most complex topics, including blockchain, cryptocurrencies, smart contracts and DeFi. Students will have the opportunity to interact with and learn from the experience of specialists in the field, as well as apply their knowledge in real-world situations. For all these reasons, this program is positioned as a valuable tool to qualify you in one of the most important emerging financial technologies.

University certificate

duration

12 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

12 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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Syllabus

The syllabus of this Postgraduate certificate in Decentralized Finance is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of blockchain technologies and their impact on Decentralized Finance. Students will begin by learning the fundamental concepts of cryptography and blockchain technology, and then delve into specific applications, such as cryptocurrencies and smart contracts. Topics such as the regulation of Decentralized Finance, privacy and security in decentralized financial transactions, and their impact on the global economy will also be addressed.

This program focuses on security as the basis for success, through the knowledge of the main protocols of the DeFi environment"

Syllabus

This 100% online Postgraduate certificate in Decentralized Finance is a unique opportunity for those who wish to delve into the world of cryptocurrencies and their impact on the global economy. In this program, students will have access to a wide variety of theoretical and practical content related to Decentralized Finance, including the study of the main cryptocurrencies and tokens, their operation and their application in real life.

Through a rigorous approach and interactive teaching methodology, students will be able to learn about the fundamentals of Decentralized Finance and how it is being used to create new business models and disrupt traditional financial systems. In addition, students will have the opportunity to interact with experts in the field of cryptocurrencies and discuss key topics in online discussion sessions.

In short, this Postgraduate certificate offers a unique opportunity for those looking to expand their knowledge about Decentralized Finance and the world of cryptocurrencies in general.

This Postgraduate certificate is developed over 12 weeks and is divided into 2 modules:

Module 1. DeFi Ecosystem
Module 2. DeFi Protocol Analysis

Where, When and How is it Taught?

TECH offers you the opportunity to study this Postgraduate Certificate in Decentralized Finance completely online. During the 12 weeks of the specialization, the student will be able to access all the contents of this program at any time, which will allow them to self-manage their study time.

Module 1. DeFi Ecosystem

1.1. Decentralized Finance or DeFi Concept

1.1.1. Financial Ecosystems
1.1.2. DeFi Solutions: Transparency and Open Source
1.1.3. Dapps and Peer to Peer Concept

1.2. Main DeFi Networks

1.2.1. DeFi Stack on Ethereum
1.2.2. Polkadot
1.2.3. Other DeFi Networks

1.3. Centralized and Decentralized Market Makers

1.3.1. Centralized vs. Decentralized
1.3.2. Maker Dao
1.3.3. Work Environments or Frameworks

1.4. Centralized vs. Decentralized Economy

1.4.1. Centralized Theories
1.4.2. Decentralized Theories
1.4.3. Case Studies and Scenarios

1.5. Yield Farming

1.5.1. Decentralized Profitability
1.5.2. Yield Farming Case Studies
1.5.3. Project Analysis

1.6. Liquidity Mining

1.6.1. Liquidity Mining Benefits
1.6.2. Yield Farming Differences
1.6.3. Project Analysis

1.7. Collateralization as a Guaranty Principle

1.7.1. Collateralization
1.7.2. Best Collateralization Projects
1.7.3. Guarantees as Assets to Be Made Profitable

1.8. Leverage

1.8.1. When to Use Leverage
1.8.2. Differences between Leverage and Collateralization
1.8.3. Leverage and Volatility

1.9. Current Financial System and CBDCs

1.9.1. Central Banks and Cryptos
1.9.2. State Cryptocurrencies or CBDCs
1.9.3. Future Scenario Theories

1.10. Asset Tokenization

1.10.1. Real Estate Assets
1.10.2. Works of Art
1.10.3. Creative Capacity as a Source of Wealth
1.10.4. Management of New Financial Instruments

Module 2. DeFi Protocol Analysis

2.1. Stablecoins

2.1.1. Stablecoin Impact on the DeFi Ecosystem
2.1.2. Stablecoins PEGGED
2.1.3. Algorithmic Stablecoins
2.1.4. Terra's Failure

2.2. Decentralized Exchanges

2.2.1. DEX Principles
2.2.2. Uniswap
2.2.3. SushiSwap
2.2.4. Balancer

2.3. DeFi Interchain Applications

2.3.1. A Multichain Future
2.3.2. Layer 2
2.3.3. Layer 2 Limitations
2.3.4. CrossChain (Bridges)

2.4. ParaChain DeFi and Bridges Applications

2.4.1. Oracles
2.4.2. Cosmos and Polkadot (ICC)
2.4.3. Limitations of Creating Your Own Blockchain
2.4.4. Omnichain

2.5. Loans, Collateralization and Interest

2.5.1. Lending Crypto
2.5.2. Collateralization
2.5.3. Fixed Interest Rate
2.5.4. Aave and Compound
2.5.5. DeFi for Good

2.6. DeFi Insurance

2.6.1. How DeFi Insurance Works
2.6.2. Relevant DeFi Insurance Protocols
2.6.3. KYC Insurance

2.7. NFTs and DeFi

2.7.1. NFT Characteristics in DeFi
2.7.2. NFT Structure
2.7.3. Collateralization
2.7.4. Marketplaces

2.8. DeFi Analysis Tools

2.8.1. DeFi Protocol Analysis
2.8.2. Main DeFi Analysis Tools
2.8.3. Best Practices for Interpreting Information

2.9. Metaverse and Blockchain

2.9.1. The Ultimate DeFi Application
2.9.2. NFTs as Virtual Properties
2.9.3. Tokens as a Course Currency
2.9.4. Current Metaverses

2.10. Decentralized Finance Risks

2.10.1. DeFi 2.0 and the Ponzi Scheme
2.10.2. Hacking Smart Contracts
2.10.3. Rug Pulls
2.10.4. Impermanent Loss

With this Postgraduate certificate you will not only learn how Decentralized Finance works, but also the risks of this system. This way you will be able to anticipate any setback that may arise”

Teaching Objectives

The main objective of this Postgraduate certificate is to provide students with an in-depth understanding of Decentralized Finance and the blockchain technologies that support it. Through the exploration of different applications of blockchain, such as cryptocurrencies and smart contracts, students will understand how this technology can be used to create more accessible, secure and efficient financial systems. In addition, topics such as the regulation of Decentralized Finance and its impact on the global economy will be addressed.

In just 12 weeks of intensive online education, you will master the basics of Decentralized Finance. Only with TECH"

TECH makes the goals of their students their own goals too
Working together to achieve them

The Postgraduate certificate in Decentralized Finance will enable students to:

Examine the potential uses of DeFi
Generate specialized knowledge on Loan Borrowing and Lending
Analyze Banking Services
Master decentralized Marketplaces
Develop the operation of DeFi smart contracts
Address the present and future challenges of Decentralized Finance
Establish the differences between DeFi and Open Banking
Examine DeFi protocol characteristics
Establish DeFi architecture
Analyze financial, technical, operational and emerging risks
Analyze decision-making policies
Master DeFi's legal regulations

Decentralized Finance Postgraduate Certificate

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has emerged as a disruptive innovation in the financial world, offering new opportunities and challenges in the management and administration of digital assets. In the Postgraduate certificate in Decentralized Finance created by TECH Global University, we will provide you with a solid academic preparation to understand the fundamentals and key concepts of DeFi; as well as the tools and techniques necessary for its practical application in the real world. Through a theoretical-practical approach, you will address topics such as blockchain technology, smart contracts, DeFi protocols and risk management in this digital environment. In addition, you will be guided by professors who are experts in the field and you will have access to up-to-date case studies, which will allow you to be at the forefront of this financial revolution.

The decentralized finance market is constantly evolving and presents a great demand for professionals specialized in this field. With our Postgraduate certificate, you will acquire the knowledge you need to excel in this rapidly expanding industry. This program will allow you to understand and implement investment strategies, participate in DeFi projects, manage digital portfolios and evaluate business opportunities in this new financial paradigm. In addition, you will have the opportunity to interact with industry experts, expand your network and explore career possibilities in the exciting world of decentralized finance.